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Finance (Pathway to PhD) at University of Exeter - UCAS

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Course summary

  • The MRes in Finance (PhD pathway) is a two-year programme which allows you to specialise in finance and economics at the post-graduate level in preparation for progression to a PhD in Finance.
  • Gain PhD-level training in a range of topics such as econometrics, finance theory and research methods used in finance and economics to prepare you for further study or employment
  • You will receive instruction and guidance from our internationally respected academic staff who conduct and publish world-leading research
  • Opportunity to finish at the end of year one and two with a level seven Post Graduate Diploma in Economic Studies and Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Economics.
  • Fully funded scholarships are available for students who intend to progress onto a PhD in Finance at the University of Exeter
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.

Modules

For a full list of compulsory and optional modules please visit our course page.

Assessment method

Please visit our course page for current assessment methods.


How to apply

International applicants

Our International Student Support can help you with what you need to do before you arrive and when you get here as a new international student. They offer ongoing support throughout your studies whether that be setting up a bank account or arranging healthcare. Our Global Chums Buddy Scheme and our Intercultural Cafe provide opportunities to meet staff and connect with students. INTO University of Exeter provide pre-sessional English courses for international students as well as free insessional support. For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page.

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree in finance or closely related subject, or a Merit in a MA/MSc in finance or closely related subject, with evidence of excellent mathematical ability. Students who apply for University of Exeter Business School funding are required to submit GRE/GMAT scores. We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study. Pre-Masters programme for international students The Exeter International Pre-Master's run by our International Study Centre is a pre-Masters programme designed to enhance your subject knowledge, study skills and English ability. Successful completion of the course (subject to achieving the specific grades of entry) gives students from overseas the skills needed for acceptance onto this Masters programme. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

In addition to tuition fees and living costs, your programme of study may have other costs associated with it, such as laboratory equipment or field trips. For more information about fees and additional costs please visit our course page.

Sponsorship information

We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit our course page.

Finance (Pathway to PhD) at University of Exeter - UCAS